P.O. Box 3558
Chapel Hill, NC 27515-3558
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Arborose® Kiss Me Kate™
The Arborose® Kiss Me Kate™ is a vigorous climbing rose known for its large, fully double, old-fashioned pink blooms that appear in flushes throughout the season. This Kordes® variety is highly celebrated for its intense fragrance, which features a complex blend of raspberry, apple, citrus, and classic tea rose. With its dark green, glossy foliage and excellent resistance to diseases like black spot and downy mildew, it is a healthy and romantic choice for any vertical landscape.
Grow Guide
- Light: Plant in Full Sun (at least 6–8+ hours of direct sunlight) to ensure the best flower production and overall plant health.
- Hardiness: Suitable for Zones 5–9, showing great adaptability to various temperate climates.
- Spacing & Size: This climber typically reaches 7–10′ tall and approximately 4′ wide. Space plants 4–6′ apart to allow for its vigorous growth and proper airflow.
- Watering: Water regularly until the plant is fully established (typically every 1–3 days in the first year depending on temperature); once mature, it maintains average water needs and becomes more drought-tolerant.
- Best Use: Its long, flexible stems and incredible scent make it perfect for arbors, trellises, fences, or large containers, and it is highly recommended as a cut flower for indoor arrangements.
